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6 Eco-Chic Ways to Transition Your Shorts from Summer to Fall

Just because they’re called “shorts” doesn’t mean you can’t squeeze more mileage out of them throughout the year. Take those cutoffs you’ve been rockin’ all summer into the nippier months with these six simple how-tos. Our guinea pig of choice? A pair of fully lined wool flannel shorts from Hinge, available for $48 at Nordstrom. Whether you tag-team them with equestrian vegan boots, a pre-loved Ralph Lauren blazer, or sweatshop-free colored tights, your shorts will soon become the hardest-working member of your wardrobe, no matter what the weatherman says.

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SHAKE YOUR BOOTIE

Tights may be functional, but who says they can’t be fun, too? Use the cooler weather as an excuse to add an extra pop of color to your outfit. Layer those cropped pants over brightly-hued stockings by American Apparel and keep the whole ensemble grounded with some pre-loved booties.

GETTING WARMER

Sick of socks? Why not give their footless relative, the leg-warmer, a try? Leg-warmers come in all different lengths, but the over-the-knee variety goes quite nicely with a pair of shorts. Extra points if they’re hand-crocheted and adjustable like Mademoiselle Mermaid’s.

SOUND INVESTMENT

Matching shorts with a menswear-inspired vest like Rogan’s is one of fall’s most flattering silhouettes. If Jack Frost has you yelling “uncle,” wear it over pants, leggings, sweaters, or all of the above as an added shield.